Description
This roasted Cabbage Steaks recipe transforms a simple green cabbage into a rich, tender, and caramelized vegetable side dish. Featuring a smoky garlic-infused olive oil seasoning, these steaks are roasted to perfection for a flavorful and healthy addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 medium-large green cabbage
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- Optional: fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Cabbage: Remove any loose or dark outer leaves from the cabbage. Slice the cabbage into 1-inch thick steaks by cutting from the top to the root end, yielding 6 to 8 steaks.
- Make Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and smoked paprika; stir well to blend all ingredients into a flavorful mixture.
- Season Cabbage: Arrange the cabbage steaks evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each side generously with the seasoned olive oil mixture to ensure full coverage and flavor.
- Roast Cabbage: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the cabbage steaks for 20 minutes until lightly browned. Carefully flip each steak using a large spatula, then roast for an additional 10 minutes until the centers are tender and fully cooked.
- Serve: Optionally sprinkle fresh ground black pepper over the cabbage steaks before serving hot. Enjoy immediately or store leftovers for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Reheat leftovers in the microwave, air fryer, or oven until warm before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier variation, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the olive oil mixture.
- Use a sharp knife to ensure clean, even cabbage steaks without shredding the leaves.
- If you prefer a softer texture, roast the cabbage steaks for an additional 5 minutes.
- Leftover cabbage steaks can be chopped and added to salads or grain bowls for extra flavor.
- Smoked paprika can be substituted with regular paprika if unavailable, though the smoky flavor is key to this recipe.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 136 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 232 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
